36+ Words that rhyme with defying

Defying is a 2-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are buying, crying, dying. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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Examples of "defying" in lyrics

See how defying is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "I ain't lying, the metaphors are death defying"
    Big Pokey & Chris Ward f/ H.A.W.K., Mike D — Go, Go, Go
  • "They say we young, but we death defying"
    C-Note f/ Billy Cook, Botany Boys — Can't Block-A-Balla
  • "Cause knowledge and word power is death defying"
    Himalayan Project — Rebel Music

What do these rhymes mean?

buying
the act of buying; "buying and selling fill their days"; "shrewd purchasing requires considerable knowledge"
crying
demanding attention; "clamant needs"; "a crying need
dying
in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be; "a dying man"; "his dying wish
lying
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth
tying
the act of tying or binding things together

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "defying" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like buying, crying, dying create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "defying" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with defying?
Words that rhyme with defying include: buying, crying, dying, lying, tying, dyeing, flying, frying, prying, spying, and 26 more.
How many syllables does defying have?
Defying has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with defying?
There are 36 words that rhyme with defying: 36 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for defying in a song?
The strongest rhymes for defying in songwriting are buying, crying, dying. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with defying?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with defying include buying, crying, dying, lying, tying. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: buying, crying; 1-syllable: undying, supplying; 2-syllable: overlying, underlying. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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